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St. Patrick Catholic Church |
Weekly Bulletin
SUNDAY MASS November 15, 2009
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IN SYMPATHY
Please remember in your prayers Nancy Sutter, the aunt of Edye Pavlicek who passed away this week. May we remember those families and friends who have gone before us marked with the sign of faith. May they enjoy the fullness of God’s love.
SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT works to end poverty in our country by funding low-income community groups that work for affordable housing, fair wages, access to health care, and other long-term solutions. Please give generously.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
St. Patrick’s 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar continues today, November 15 from 9:00am-2:00pm. Come shop for beautiful gifts and home decor. Visit www.stpatrickbazaar.blogspot.com. for a glimpse of what treasures you will find.
AN INVITATION TO MASS AT HOPE VILLAGE
The monthly Mass at Hope Village is Wednesday, November 18. Mass begins at 10:30 am and is held in the library of the Assisted Living portion of the facility. This is a great way to show our continued love, support and connection with the many members of our parish community who may not be able to celebrate the Sunday Mass with us. All are welcome. Visitors are asked to park on the side and back parking lots, please.
MEET THE AUTHOR: KEN CANEDO
On Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7:30pm, liturgical composer Ken Canedo will give a special presentation on his just published book, “Keep the Fire Burning,” a compelling history of the Folk Mass, the 1060's movement that brought the sound of American folk music to the Roman Catholic liturgy. There will also be a sing-along of the music of Ray Repp, Paul Quinlan, the Dameans, and many other classic Folk Mass composers. The event is free and will be held at St. Patrick Church, 498 NW Ninth St., Canby, 503-266-9411. A free-will offering will be taken to provide ‘seed money’ for a baby grand piano for our new sanctuary.
SANTA CLAUS BREAKFAST - Dec. 12, 2009
Sponsored by St. Patrick Men’s Club. Proceeds to go toward Scholarship Fund. Tickets go on sale Nov. 22, 29 and December 6 after Masses or call 503-266-3390 or 503-260-4839. Breakfast includes: eggs, ham, hash browns, homemade cinnamon rolls, orange juice, coffee. Entertainment will be skits, singing - Lotta & Skittles the Balloon Clowns. Ticket prices: Adults $5.50 and children $4.00.
Reflecting the Gospel
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When we near the end of another liturgical year, we always hear gospels about the end times that call for us to look far into the future. These gospels inevitably paint a dark and dismal picture of calamity and doom, and so we often dismiss them. The apocalyptic imagery of this Sunday’s gospel is no exception. We are tempted to ask, “When, Lord?” Jesus’ answer, “no one knows,” ought to bring us to pay more attention to the present. Now is an opportune time for the in-breaking of Christ. Now is what counts. Apocalyptic language is always uttered by people undergoing difficult times (at the time of the writing of Mark’s gospel, the Temple in Jerusalem had been destroyed and the Jewish people saw themselves once again challenged as a nation). The word “apocalyptic” comes from the Greek, meaning to “uncover” or “reveal,” What is revealed in the apocalyptic passages of the gospels is the hope and promise of Christ’s abiding presence now and not just in terms of a future promise. The words of Jesus in this gospel communicate hope: when our world is falling apart, he is breaking in and will “gather his elect” to share in his “great power and glory.” We think of Jesus’ second coming as a future event. In fact, the darkening of the sun and moon and stars is already happening in the trials and tribulations that not only beset the first disciples, but also are part of our own lives. Jesus promises that all these things will happen. He further promises that he is “near, at the gates.” This gospel is about the ultimate victory over darkness that belongs to those who are faithful. That victory is now. What ought to startle us into sober reality is that we know the end will come. Like the gospel, Daniels’ vision describes in the first reading “a time unsurpassed in distress.” Also like the gospel, his vision reveals the victory of those “written in the book”: they “shall shine brightly. . .forever” and thereby give hope to people of their own time. We have all the means at hand to face darkness
and evil with confidence, sure that one day we “shall live forever.” The future holds no fear for us; rather than fear, we anticipate our future with joyful expectation, because the one we await is within and among us now.
Parish Community News
OUR PRIVILEGE, OUR RIGHT, AND OUR DUTY
As it is written ‘Even if these forget, yet I will not forget you.’ (Is 49:15):
We in the Catholic Church in the Community of St. Patrick remember, hold in our memory, and pray for the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces especially: Ryan Thomas Blackwood, Douglas Bower Jr., Ryan Bridges, Lonnie Brown, Nathan Brown,, Jeremy Burke, Carlos Bustamante, Adamm Creel, Isaiah Creel, David Davis, Brad Dunn, Brian Dykeman, Bill Ellis, Adam Ferrell, Andrew Gibby, David Hannon, April Kennedy, Patrick Kirsch, Mike Krzmarzick, Jessica Krzmarzick (wife of Michael Krzmarzick) Johnny Lugo, Adam Lulay, Alex Martin, Jordan Morelli, John Nguyen, Robert Nolan, Daniel Olsen, Robert Selner, Tarl Spencer, John Suchanek, Leah Sundquist, Brian Thomas, Kenneth Thorpe, CJ Trillo, Jonathan Tuner, William Walsh, Erik Wiesehan, Ivan Wilson and John Zagyva, may they be servants of Christ through service to those in need, and may they be kept safe from all harm.
MASS SCHEDULE
Tuesday, November 17 , 2009
+Ann Housen by Lavina Smith
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
+Elizabeth Hecker by Charlie Tibor
Thursday, November 19, 2009
+Michael Follan by Michael & Joan Reilly
Friday, November 20, 2009
+All the faithful departed
FOUND
After the “October Tea” in one of our table cloths being laundered, a small piece of jewelry resembling a
flower[ ] with white stones possibly from an earring or little girls necklace. If this could be yours, please contact Edye Pavlicek at 503-266-5769..
PARISH SUPPORT
Parishioners of St. Patrick through the Sacrificial giving
program gave to God the gift:
November 8, 2009
Funds Collected for Others
Cemetery $3.00
St. Vincent dePaul $10.00
Total: $13.00
Collection Parish Operating Expenses
Envelopes’ $6770.00
Loose $523.00
Children’s $
Poor $48.00
Unemployment Fund $
Building Fund $700.00
Total $8041.00
CHRISTMAS MEMORIES - A NEW TRADITION
This year we would like to invite you to share your favorite Christmas memories with your parish family. In 50 words or less you are invited to share a Christmas memory or tell us “What does Christmas mean to you?.” You may submit your stories from now through Dec. 15 and beginning with the 1st week of Advent (Nov. 29) we will print them in a special section of the weekly bulletin. Your “Church memories” will be printed throughout the Advent/Christmas season. Everyone - young and older alike are encouraged to share and you are welcome to remain anonymous if you wish. You can submit your articles two ways:
1. Email your article to dnewbury@canby.com subject line: Christmas Memories
2. By mail: Christmas Memories - % St. Patrick Catholic Church; attn:Debbie Newbury - PO Box 730, Canby, OR 97013. *If you do hand write your article, please make sure it is written legibly so the bulletin editor can read it. Please include a contact number in case of questions. This is something fun for the whole parish to participate in as we enjoy reading all the wonderful memories we share. Questions, contact Debbie Newbury.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL FOOD BANK
On Saturday, November 7 your SVDP food bank held a work party to sort donated food so it is ready for distribution. While we were setting up there was a discussion on how many would come to help. A comment was made that the good Lord always provides so we set up for 20 helpers. The parish proved how abundantly He provides, about 37 of you came to help for the afternoon. Your support enabled us to sort in excess of 15000lbs.of food. On behalf of all the families whose meals will be better this fall. Thank you for the love you show.
Religious Education
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NURSERY NEWS-NURSERY TIME
11AM-12PM
The Nursery has been open for the past 2 months and we are still looking for little ones to come join us. Karen Sadoff, Paula Jarmer and their assistants Riley Walton, Allie Gamble and Olivia Parker are awaiting your infants, 18 mos-3 years. If you have any questions about this program call Connie Bilton-Smith 503-266-9411.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
St. Patrick’s Religious Education Program will be hosting a table at the Fall Bazaar on November 14 and November 15 in the Parish Center. Our table will feature 2009 Vacation Bible School DVD’s, Fall Decorations, Baked Goods and Nonni’s Torte. All proceeds will benefit our Religious Education program. We welcome your support! Please contact Connie Bilton-Smith or Frances Parker with questions at 503-266-9411.
THANK YOU DEACON JERRY for your presentation on Reconciliation Monday evening! You are a great teacher and story teller. We are blessed to have you as our Deacon!
THE GIVING TREE will be in the Parish Center begining the weekend of Nov. 21-22. Just in time for the BIG THANKSGIVING DAY SALES! Gift tags will be hung on the tree with the gift request of the recipients. Please return the gifts wrapped with the tag attached to the gift and place them under the tree or bring to the office by Dec. 13. A small tree will be in the vestibule for Sat. evening Mass. Thank you for sharing your gifts of love with those in need! By giving we receive! Please call Connie or Francisfor more info! 503-266-9411.
DEAR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Parents, this year we will be collecting coins for the Heifer Project. This project helps buy animals for communities all over the world. We have already collected $412 during VBS to purchase animals. Watch the bulletin board in the parish center to see our progress! This project will begin the second week of advent for the Pre-school-5th grade classes. We are also going to collect personal items for the food bank to distribute. More information will be coming home on Nov. 22 in a flyer with more specifics!
ADVENT WREATHS
Advent Fair is scheduled for Nov. 29th after the 11AM Mass. Everything needed to make Advent Wreaths will be available to all parishioners who come to be a part of the event! Please come to prepare for Advent! Come Lord Jesus Come!
NEWS AROUND THE AREA
6TH ANNUAL BAKER’S ACRES HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Thursday - Saturday, Nov. 19, 20 & 21
9am-6pm
Baker’s Acres
8245 Vale Garden Rd., Canby
South on Ivy before Lone Elder
Handmade crafts by local artists
THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER
St. John the Apostle in Oregon City will be providing a Thanksgiving Day Dinner on November 26, 2009, between the hours of noon and 3:00pm. This dinner is open to everyone, especially families in need, lonely, homeless, elderly, poor, and anyone wishing to share a Thanksgiving meal with others. This dinner is provided so that all in our community, the young and the old, the rich and the poor, can have a place to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. Traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings, including pie for desert.
FRANCISCAN SPIRITUAL CENTER
SPIRITUALITY AT THE MOVIES
Get together with others for pizza and a movie! This is a monthly film series meant to spark conversations about our lives and our faith, with themes of grace, love, redemption, and both the presence and hiddenness of God. Each month we shall select a film which sheds a bit of light on the richness of God’s creation and the challenge of the gospel. November movie will be: Babette’s Feast. November 12 from 6:30pm to 9:00pm and the cost is $15 per person. To register, call 503-794-8542 or email info@francisspctr.com. For more information, visit www.francisspctr.com.
LIVING THE PASCHAL MYSTERY
Just as big calamities are not what the future is really about, neither are big deeds what our present is about. Our present is about doing the little things well, and we know how we “lead the many to justice” (first reading): by listening to Jesus’ words. Jesus has already given us all we need to have our names “written in the book.” We just need to live like he did, with compassion and understanding, wisdom and care, love and hope.
WHAT HAPPENING
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HELP OUR TROOPS THIS CHRISTMAS
The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring small care packages to be sent to our parish members serving in the armed forces. Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, deodorant, chap-stick, etc.) would be gladly accepted and a Christmas card or two that we can slip into the boxes so each member can get a card from our parish showing support and merry Christmas. Try to make the cards as general as possible, for we will put a handful into each box. A collection box will be set up after the masses and your help will be needed to get all the address as well. If your family member is serving, please call Mike Schmader (503-266-1331) with his/her current address or drop it off at the parish office. We plan to mail off boxes around Dec. 1st. Lets let those who are serving know that we at St. Patrick are thinking of them and pray for their safe return.
BABY BOTTLES FOR PREGNANCY CARE CENTER
If you took home a plastic baby bottle in October to collect money to support the Canby Pregnancy Care Center, we ask that you return it, filled or unfilled. We would like to complete the fundraising by Nov. 29. Place the bottle in the basket in the back of the church. Half the number of bottles taken have been returned. Thank you to those who have already contributed to this cause.
A MESSAGE TO THE CHILDREN OF ST. PATRICK PARISH
Children in kindergarten through middle school: your voices are needed for our Christmas Eve and Epiphany liturgies!!! Come join the Children’s Choir to prepare the beautiful music for these celebrations. There are only 4 rehearsals scheduled and you will love all the songs we’ll be learning. Rehearsals take place in the church after the 11:00am Mass-app. 12:20 to 1pm or shortly thereafter on the following dates: November 22, December 6, 13, 20. (There is no rehearsal scheduled on Thanksgiving weekend.)
The children’s choir will be singing for the Family Mass on Christmas Eve (5pm) as well as for the Feast of the Epiphany of Jan. 3 at the 11:00am Mass. It is really vital that we have some older children in additions to the younger ones, so that there will be good leaders. Parents, please encourage your middle school sons and daughters to join the choir and develop some excellent leadership skills. Also, please come to the first rehearsal with your children to register and/or update their information. ***If you play a musical instrument, you are welcome to attend as well; we could definitely use your talents.***. Thank you. For more information, please call Lora Heli 503-263-3840.
ADULT CHOIR FOR CHRISTMAS 2009
The Advent and Christmas seasons will soon be upon us and with them, an opportunity to sing some of the most beautiful music ever written. Please come join our Church Choir and add your voice in praise and prayer! Membership is open to all who enjoy singing, high school age students and older. The commitment is short term: only a half dozen rehearsals in preparation for singing an hour before and during Midnight Mass. In addition, we have the honor of singing at the Grotto’s “Festival of Lights” on Sunday, December 27 at 6:00pm. You will find yourself truly blessed by becoming part of our music ministry. Rehearsals take place in the church on Saturday morning from 9:30am to about 11:30am on the following days: November 7, 14, 21 and December 4, 12 & 19. For more information, please call Lora Heli at 503-263-3840.
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